How Long Do I Have To Wear My Retainer?
Braces are an investment in your smile. When your teeth reach a desired straightness, you’ll have a beautiful smile, but it’s important to keep it that way! You can accomplish this with a retainer. For many patients, especially the youngest ones, wearing a retainer may seem like an annoyance. So exactly how long after your […]
Elements of Braces
When coming to our office to have braces put on, you may find yourself feeling a bit intimated and nervous about the experience. We hope to help you feel more at ease by explaining exactly what the different parts of braces are, and what they do. Parts of Braces Elastic Tie — This is a […]
February is Dental Health Month!
Each February for the past 62 years, the American Dental Association (ADA) has sponsored National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. For […]
Do Germs Live On My Toothbrush?
The dreaded cold and flu season is here again! After recovering from your cold, one of the most important steps you can take to avoid becoming reinfected is replacing your toothbrush! Germs can linger on the bristles, and you risk prolonging your sickness by continuing to use the same toothbrush. Be smart – keep a […]
TMJ/TMD
Millions of Americans suffer from chronic facial and neck pain as well as severe, recurring headaches. In some cases, this pain is due to Temporomandibular Disorder, also known as TMD. Your temporomandibular joints, or TMJs, connect your lower jawbone to your skull. These joints get a lot of use throughout the day as you speak, […]
Flossing – It's Important!
At our office, we encourage our patients to practice good oral hygiene between office visits. Part of that process includes flossing, which is the process of cleaning between the teeth to remove food and debris from the areas that are hard to reach with a toothbrush. When food is allowed to remain between the teeth, […]
The Importance of Retainers
We’d like to take a moment to clarify why it is so important to wear the retainer given to you after your orthodontic treatment. These devices, which literally “retain” your teeth in their new and improved positions, are not just for kids. Anyone who has recently had their teeth moved through orthodontics needs to wear […]
Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are one treatment alternative available to those patients who are in need of orthodontic treatment but, primarily for cosmetic reasons, are reluctant to have it. In a nutshell, lingual braces looks like a set of traditional dental braces that have been mounted on the inside (lingual side) of the patient’s teeth. This positioning […]
Why Do Teeth Become Crooked?
Do you have crooked teeth or a misaligned bite and ever wonder why? In most cases, crooked teeth or misaligned bites are inherited traits, just like the color of your eyes or the size of your hands. Other causes might be; early loss of baby or adult teeth, improper fit of dental restorations (fillings or […]
Avoiding Common Problems Associated With Braces
While braces play an important part in helping to create a healthy mouth and teeth, you might experience a few side effects while wearing them that are common and can be easily treated. Even with the best of care, braces can cause soreness to your mouth. As your teeth begin to move, it is natural […]
